Add rice, water, salt to a medium pot with tight fitting lid with no vent holes.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes or until water is absorbed completely. Remove from heat and keep covered. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Fluff with rubber spatular or spoon. Stir in lime juice + cilantro. Set aside with the lid on to keep warm while preparing the rest of the bowl parts.
While the rice is cooking, In a bowl combine chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, kosher salt, oregano, lime juice, and olive oil. Combine really well until all chicken pieces are coated with spices.
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook 6-8 minutes, turning pieces and stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding, cook in batches if needed to prevent steaming,
Heat the corn in a small pan on the stove over medium heat or in microwave safe bowl in the microwave.
Stir in mayo, sour cream, cotija, lime juice, chili powder, and salt + pepper, to taste. Add hot sauce, if desired.
Start with a warm base of fluffy rice. Add cooked chicken on top, then top with your creamy street corn. Finish it off with all your favorite toppings! Enjoy!
